Raven R code 281 Report post Posted February 13, 2014 Was going to go with a custom wheel to get larger wheel and low profile tires....until I saw the Magnum 500's come in larger sizes. What is the largest wheel size that will fit under stock fenders? And will larger rims affect any aspect of handling? Hoping low profile tires will help cornering with the bigger engine. If anyone has pictures of 16",17" or 18" Magnums.....please post! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Endeavour32 10 Report post Posted February 14, 2014 I don't think I would go bigger than a 16" on a Magnum. Personally I think that is even too big. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
latoracing 256 Report post Posted February 14, 2014 I like any size Magnum, depending on how the car is set up, and the over all look / purpose of the car. There are is a bunch of threads on this site covering the max tire and wheel size, but I would say an 18 x 8 front, 18 x 10 rear with appropriate tire sizes would be in the ball park for max. Front suspension, and fender lip mods will get you more room, depending on what you are wanting to do. I searched Google, and found this example some will like it, other's will not. I like it personally. 18's will provide a better selection of performance tires, but your ride will suffer due to the short side wall. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Endeavour32 10 Report post Posted February 15, 2014 Now that I see an 18 Magnum, I have to say I like it.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raven R code 281 Report post Posted February 15, 2014 That does look sweet!! But.... latoracing brought up a good point about the ride suffering. Maybe a big block needs the sidewall cushioning because of the weight? Sounds like maybe 16" would be the best of both worlds. I would also keep all 4 wheels the same size so I can rotate them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Endeavour32 10 Report post Posted February 15, 2014 I'm running 17's with 245/45's up front. My fenders are rolled and I'm running 1" lowering springs (620's), Bilstien shocks, shelby drop, roller perches and a new 1" sway bar. I'm running a 351 Cleveland which is close to the weight of a big block. I really cannot comment on the ride quality as I haven't had it on the road yet. To me the front end seem soft, but again I won't know how it handles and rides till spring. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,190 Report post Posted February 15, 2014 Since the title doesn't limit the discussion to magnums, I'll chime in. I'll be running 18x8 all around, which fit fine. ?These are pristine and from a 2011 I believe Mustang GT with only 8k miles. I like the fact that they are oem and forged. They would be 10" in the rear if I had ordered them instead of buying them used. I plan on running a 26" front tire and 27" rear. Wheel opening lips are rolled for and aft. Bob Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
-mikko- 10 Report post Posted February 15, 2014 Endeavour32 can you post picture of your car? I have same springs (waiting installation), shelby drop and roller perches and 17" wheels but it is with 302 => I am afraid that front will be too high... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raven R code 281 Report post Posted February 15, 2014 Yes...please post pictures! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jwscarab 20 Report post Posted February 17, 2014 I'm running 18/17 with the 428. No issues at all with the ride, but the rear does rub on larger bumps. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
THE EVIL TW1N 12 Report post Posted February 17, 2014 Not magnums, but I have 18" wheels on mine too (Eleanor replicas). I really prefer the look of 18's. I would post pics, but I cant access my photobucket account right now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stangme428 33 Report post Posted February 18, 2014 i have GT4 18" on mine... i need to roll the lip on the front 18x9 and would love a 18x10 on the back, currently 18x9 275x35 all 4 corners... have some scrub in the front... and room in the back Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d1gital 11 Report post Posted February 18, 2014 Not magnums, but I have 18" wheels on mine too (Eleanor replicas). I really prefer the look of 18's. I would post pics, but I cant access my photobucket account right now. isnt that a pic of your car in your signature? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
